IFRC Security Analyst Intern Jobs in Nairobi

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 190 member National Societies.

As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Learn about the security analysis function in a regional security team.

Assist in monitoring and analysing the security environment(s) across Africa region, and in issuing regular analytical reports.

Assist in identifying trends and issues in the security environment, which may impact the IFRC, and reporting on those.

Assist in monitoring threats and risks to IFRC operations/assets/personnel, and in providing regular threat/risk reports.

Assist in mapping (local and foreign) military engagement in disaster response and humanitarian aid in Africa region.

Assist in formulating and drafting a regional security strategy for 2018-2020.

Other task assigned by Regional Security Coordinator or his representative.

Experience in humanitarian assistance, international development, or disaster response

Demonstrated understanding of key security risk management principles

Volunteering or working experience in a RC/RC National Society or another voluntary organisation

Knowledge, skills and languages

Demonstrated ability to develop and manage a database

Advanced computer and software user (MS

Word, MS Excel, MS Access)

Sharing the RC/RC principles and values

Ability to work well in a multicultural and busy environment

Good communicator and presenter

Competencies and values

Respect and act in line with our values and competencies. The values of the Secretariat are built on the Red Cross and Red Crescent Fundamental Principles, respect for diversity, and integrity in all we do.

The core competencies set the standard for all Secretariat staff. We expect our people to be accountable, placing primary focus on building NS relations, having the technical skills to get results and working effectively in teams sharing knowledge and best practices through good communication skills.

Management competencies are also required for this post. Managers provide vision and direction, represent the organisation and manage performance to achieve our goals and build the organisation.